EPISODE · Feb 23, 2017 · 15 MIN
Episode 22: Candidate
from Words for Granted - An etymology and linguistics podcast
In this episode, we explore the origins of the word 'candidate.' It derives from candidus, the Latin word for 'white,' which describes the typical attire worn by Roman politicians running for office. We also examine some unlikely cognates derived from this same root word.
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